Essex, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Essex County County
Essex, MA
At a Glance
How Essex Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Essex's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Essex a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Essex residents earn a median household income of $156,094 , which is 108% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $63,654. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 28,628 business establishments, including 1,878 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Essex is $774,400 , 175% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $910,434. Median rent is $1,750/month, with 31.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1955.
Safety & Crime
Essex reports 292 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 23% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 345/100K.
Education
67.9% of adults in Essex hold a bachelor's degree or higher (101% above the national average). 98.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Essex has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.